Key Takeaways:
- Devin Booker scored 33 points and contributed seven assists and five rebounds
- Indiana Pacers, last season’s Eastern Conference champions, extended their losing streak to six and now stand at 1-11 for the season
- Phoenix Suns’ Grayson Allen exited the contest in the second quarter with a right quadriceps injury after scoring 12 points
Match Analysis
The Phoenix Suns secured their fifth consecutive victory on Thursday night, defeating the Indiana Pacers 133-98. Devin Booker led from the front with 33 points, while Dillon Brooks made a significant impact with 32, guiding the Suns to a convincing result at home.
Phoenix enjoyed a comfortable lead early in the second half, going up by 20 points, although Indiana narrowed the margin to 83-73 soon after. However, the Suns responded with authority, putting together a 16-0 surge powered in large part by Booker’s run of 10 consecutive points, enabling them to take a 106-84 advantage into the final period.
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— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) November 14, 2025
Player Performance and Impact
Booker was highly efficient, hitting 12 of 22 shots whilst supplying seven assists and grabbing five rebounds. Brooks’ 12-of-18 shooting was instrumental, and he tallied 24 points on 9-of-13 before the interval, as Phoenix maintained a shooting percentage above 60% well into the closing quarter.
Oso Ighodaro provided a spark off the bench for the Suns, registering 17 points, seven boards, and three blocks.
For Indiana, Andrew Nembhard led the charge with 21 points, closely followed by Pascal Siakam with 19. Nembhard’s 16 first-half points were a bright spot amid a difficult evening for the visitors.
Injuries and Team Updates
Both sides contended with injuries during the matchup. Phoenix lost guard Grayson Allen in the second quarter due to a right quadriceps issue after having contributed 12 points. He was coming off a career-best 42-point game against the Pelicans earlier in the week.
Indiana guard Aaron Nesmith sustained left knee soreness after slipping and falling in the third quarter, with the Pacers confirming the nature of his injury.
Statistics and Standings
The Pacers, last season’s Eastern Conference champions, have struggled with injuries and now sit at 1-11 for the current campaign, having dropped six straight contests. Their defensive woes continued as they conceded 133 points, just two nights after allowing 152 in a heavy defeat to Utah – the highest total surrendered by any NBA team this season.
Phoenix extended their margin to 70-52 by half-time, maintaining their momentum in the second half for another emphatic result.
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Notable Stats | Injury Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | Devin Booker | 33 | 7 assists, 5 rebounds | Grayson Allen (right quadriceps injury) |
| Phoenix Suns | Dillon Brooks | 32 | 12 of 18 shooting | – |
| Phoenix Suns | Oso Ighodaro | 17 | 7 rebounds, 3 blocks | – |
| Indiana Pacers | Andrew Nembhard | 21 | 16 first-half points | Aaron Nesmith (left knee soreness) |
| Indiana Pacers | Pascal Siakam | 19 | – | – |
What’s Next
- Pacers: Host the Toronto Raptors on Saturday
- Suns: Host the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday
